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Last replied
7 Apr 2024
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Description
This is a small family owned castle hotel approx. 120km away from Vienna. We offer you the opportunity to experience a castle with more than 1000 years of history in exchange for some help in the kitchen (and maybe service). Depending on your interests and skills you could also help out in the housekeeping department, garden or with repairs in and around the castle. It is surrounded by beautiful countryside and located in a small village that also boasts a natural swimming pool for hot days (15min by foot). The hotel is run by two siblings (Anna 38 and Erasmus 36) who have taken over the business from their parents a few years ago.
Notice: This site is for a summer job in the hotel BUT we are also looking for someone to help us personally with our children (2 years and three months) and household, so if you are interested here is the link to our second site:
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We offer a unique experience at a very special workplace. You can stay at a castle surrounded by beautiful nature and magnificent views while learning German.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
Host has indicated that they will pay at least the minimum hourly wage of their country for each hour worked and that accommodation will also be provided. They are asking for help with a business or business activity. Contact the host directly via the site messenger for more information and details about the wage provided. Any arrangements should be agreed in advance with your host.
Help
We are looking for an au-pair to help my wife with our two children (one daughter, 2 years old, one son, 6 months old) and everything that comes with it. Having and education in that field is not neccessary but would be nice to have. Younger siblings that you already took care of are also a big bonus. Generally you should enjoy dealing with children that age and helping us with the daily chores.
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Spanish: Beginner
Hungarian: Beginner
Chinese (Mandarin): Beginner
Accommodation
Regarding the accomodation it is probably best suited for a couple or if you are really easy going and dont mind sharing a flat. You will have your own room and we will offer you a place to cook your own meals. In addition there is a team breakfast every day at 10 a.m. that you would be more than welcome to join.
What else ...
If you are a nature lover Bernstein is probably the place for you. The village has a natural swimming pool and is surrounded by forests. You can go hiking or riding a bike etc. If you want to visit nearby cities Graz and Vienna are easy to go to - public buses go there every day, but it takes a bit longer than driving yourself. The distance to both cities is approx. 120km.
There is public transport but if you really want to get around we advise to bring your own car.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
The guesthouse does not have Wifi, however you can easily buy an austrian Sim-card with an internet package - monthly costs around 20-30 euros.
Space for parking camper vans
We have a lot of space so, if you come with your own car/campervan there is enough space to park it. There is always free parking available inside the castle gates for a private car. For the campervan it depends how big it is, wether we have space for it outside or inside the castle perimeters, but we will find a spot for it in any case.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
flexible
Feedback (2)
Already during the interview she showed that she is well organized. We really appreciated her helpfulness and flexibility. Since we are running such a small hotel it is sometimes necessary to switch roles from helping in the kitchen, housekeeping or in the garden and there can be changes of schedule if… read more
Even long before my arrival the communication with Erasmus was excellent – we had a skype call as a part of the interview process during which everything important about the stay and work was explained to… read more
The family welcomed me to their Hotel with open arms. They are open-minded, open-hearted and loving people who are interested in all kinds of things and accepted me for who I am. I really enjoyed getting to know everyone and spending time together during and outside of the working… read more
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Already during the interview she showed that she is well organized. We really appreciated her helpfulness and flexibility. Since we are running such a small hotel it is sometimes necessary to switch roles from helping in the kitchen, housekeeping or in the garden and there can be changes of schedule if… read more
Even long before my arrival the communication with Erasmus was excellent – we had a skype call as a part of the interview process during which everything important about the stay and work was explained to… read more
The family welcomed me to their Hotel with open arms. They are open-minded, open-hearted and loving people who are interested in all kinds of things and accepted me for who I am. I really enjoyed getting to know everyone and spending time together during and outside of the working… read more
